May weather forecast
Nelson, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Nelson, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 77.9°F (25.5°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

In Nelson, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) to a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C). Nelson experiences an average low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) in month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Nelson is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Nelson is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Nelson, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Nelson, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Nelson?

In May, in Nelson, the average high-temperature is 77.9°F (25.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Nelson?

In Nelson, Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Nelson?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Nelson. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Nelson?

In Nelson, Virginia, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Nelson?

May through October are months without snowfall in Nelson.

Does it snow in Nelson in May?

In May, in Nelson, Virginia, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Nelson?

In Nelson, Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Nelson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nelson, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Nelson?

In Nelson, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Nelson?

The months with the highest UV index in Nelson are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May in Nelson?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Nelson, Virginia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Nelson, VA

Average temperature in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Nelson, VA

Average pressure in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Nelson, VA

Average wind speed in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Nelson, VA

Average humidity in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Nelson, VA

Average rainfall in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Nelson, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Nelson, VA

Average snowfall in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Nelson, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nelson, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Nelson, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Nelson, VA

Average UV index in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Nelson, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Nelson, VA

Average visibility in May - Nelson, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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